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Rachel Virginia

Rachel writes for the Dodo when she's not busy drinking coffee or creating content for a Brooklyn-based media company.

Latest Posts From Rachel

'Teacup' Pig Grows So Large He Needs His Own Private Plane
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By Rachel Virginia

'Teacup' Pig Grows So Large He Needs His Own Private Plane

Kristin Hartness had wanted to own a pig since she was a little girl.

What Happens To Most 'Teacup' Pigs When They Hit 60 Pounds
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By Rachel Virginia

What Happens To Most 'Teacup' Pigs When They Hit 60 Pounds

Pig-friendly sanctuaries across the country are becoming inundated with surrendered "teacup pigs" and well-intentioned pig parents are realizing they've bitten off more than they can chew.

What Happens When Your 'Teacup' Pig Is 160 Pounds
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By Rachel Virginia

What Happens When Your 'Teacup' Pig Is 160 Pounds

When Teresa* bought her "teacup" pig, Crispy, she never imagined that he'd grow so big that she'd need a new house to meet his needs.

Dolphin Entangled In Fishing Line 'Asks' Divers For Help
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By Rachel Virginia

Dolphin Entangled In Fishing Line 'Asks' Divers For Help

Sometimes even the smart, majestic dolphin could use a hand.

Furry Dads Meeting Their Kids For The First Time
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By Rachel Virginia

Furry Dads Meeting Their Kids For The First Time

These four-legged fathers are ready to step up to the plate when it comes to taking care of their litters.

13 Cats Who Would Rather Enjoy The Sun Indoors, Thank You Very Much
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By Rachel Virginia

13 Cats Who Would Rather Enjoy The Sun Indoors, Thank You Very Much

These felines aren't fooled by all those humans outside in shorts.

Little Cow Learns To Walk Again, Thanks To Snazzy, Lifesaving Boots
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By Rachel Virginia

Little Cow Learns To Walk Again, Thanks To Snazzy, Lifesaving Boots

Fawn got a new pair of boots just in time for spring!

14 Suspicious Cats Who Think They Are Very Important Detectives
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By Rachel Virginia

14 Suspicious Cats Who Think They Are Very Important Detectives

These felines were born to be purr-ivate eyes.

12 Dogs Who Can Think Of A Better Place For Their Bed
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By Rachel Virginia

12 Dogs Who Can Think Of A Better Place For Their Bed

These dogs know it's time for a nap.

16 Animals Who Are Acting Out Oscar Night — In GIFs
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By Rachel Virginia

16 Animals Who Are Acting Out Oscar Night — In GIFs

Even when everyone's all dressed up, Hollywood is still such a zoo.

12 GIFs Of Cats Who Are Eager To Share The Love
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By Rachel Virginia

12 GIFs Of Cats Who Are Eager To Share The Love

All you need is love.

12 Cat Burglars Who Got Caught On Camera
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By Rachel Virginia

12 Cat Burglars Who Got Caught On Camera

Naturally, most of them didn't care.